Inside our 2022 December Issue

Dec 15, 2022 | Issue News

What’s upcoming and new in our latest issue of the Beat…

On the eve of II DIvo’s Christmas tour, French singer, composer, and record producer Sébastien Izambard talks with the Beat’s Ian Woolley about the quartet’s new album and the tragic loss of group member Carlos Merin.

The PJ Proby story continues with part 2 from Chris Moule. Called Hitchhike To Hollywood it’s a 3-page special for all PJ fans.

For all you Kinks fans everywhere, Walking In The Kinks’ Boots is a street guide directory by Ian Woolley that will tell you where to see the historical landmarks of the 60’s North London Band.

Tributes to Christine McVie and Wilko Johnson.

Titled, Pain Killer Caused A Tragedy, Ron Tennant looks back at the latter years of pop star Prince.

Judie Tzuke

Judie Tzuke gives a rare interview with the Beat about her long career. Called Taking People To Their Happy Place, she talks with Ian Woolley about songwriting, Andrew Lloyd-Webber, and singing one of pop’s all-time classics.

Pat Murphy looks back at the first Rock ‘n’Roll Christmas chart toppers. Expect Bing, Dickie Valentine, and Johnnie Ray to get a mention.

Martin Hutchinson looks back at one of the ’60s forgotten bands Misty. Formed in 1968, Martin talks with original keyboardist Michael Gelardi. Talking of forgotten people, John Firminger looks at the career of Jimmy Powell.

Reviews include Leo Sayer, the Woman To Woman tour (with Judie Tzuke, Beverley Craven, Julia Fordham and Rumer), Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel,

Jane Quinn’s cuppa friend is non-other than singer Janis Ian. They talk about UFOs, kisses, grandfathers, and more.

With all the usual reviews, new stuff, and upcoming tours, along with festive greetings from all the stars you love, order your copy today.

 

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